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This is Portland: The City You've Heard You Should Like

This is Portland is a first-hand look at a city that people
can't seem to stop talking about. It's a guidebook of sorts, but not to
restaurants and sightseeing. Instead, Alexander Barrett is your friendly guide to the quirky characters and atmosphere of
Portland, Oregon and how fun, beautiful, and ridiculous it can be. With
its approachable, often hilarious tone, this book is perfect for
anyone who wants to learn more about bikes, beards, beers, rain, and everything else important about the city you've heard you should
like.

Comments/Reviews

Travel Portland10/5/2015

"Barrett’s witty tribute, This is Portland, is composed of micro-essays on what keeps Portland weird (and great), from $3 movies and backyard chickens to tattoos and tater tots. Another Powell’s bestseller, this Portland primer is must-read material for visitors and residents alike."

"If you're a newcomer to Portland, it's the letter home you're too busy to write yourself. If you're an old-time resident, it's a look into what those green-haired, skinny-jeaned young people are up to."